Tag: escape
Four people killed, two wounded in Australia hotel shooting
Chief Assignment Editor- June 4, 2019 21:58At least four people were killed and one injured in the hotel attack in the city of Darwin in northern Australia. The attack took place at five different locations across ... Read More
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts: Innovative programming in celebration of Global Wellness Day
Dmytro Makarov- June 4, 2019 18:41Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® today debuts the innovative Global Wellness Day programming, which includes a variety of engaging, family-oriented health and wellness activities across the brand's properties worldwide. In celebration ... Read More
Exploring America in a RV: Lifestyle travel for 15 million Americans
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 24, 2019 21:33An annual survey by the RV Industry Association finds that 88% of RV owners in the United States plan to use their RVs as much or more than they did ... Read More
Four Seasons redefines Los Cabos
Chief Assignment Editor- May 22, 2019 23:54Set against the majestic backdrop of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains on the East Cape of the Baja California Peninsula, the all-new Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa ... Read More
Fly-in Lodge set to take helicopter skiing to a new level In Canada
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 22, 2019 09:04Northern Escape, Canada's leading heli-skiing operator is launching a new, luxurious remote lodge for the upcoming 2019/2020 season. The new Northern Escape Lodge is strategically situated on a pristine 50-acre ... Read More
Etihad Airways extends free two-night Abu Dhabi getaway offer
Chief Assignment Editor- May 14, 2019 18:15Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, announced it is extending its free Abu Dhabi stopover campaign to the end of the year due to the popularity of the ... Read More
United Airlines launches new safety video featuring Spider-Man
Chief Assignment Editor- May 13, 2019 16:30Beginning June 1, United Airlines will launch its latest inflight safety demonstration video featuring Spider-Man in an entertaining mini-drama film. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eM0H9rbqusw In addition to the safety video, United's broader promotional ... Read More
Washington’s new short-term rental law to ‘even playing field for local hotels’
Chief Assignment Editor- May 10, 2019 18:50Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed Substitute House Bill 1798, concerning short-term rentals, into law. This bill was a top priority for the Washington Hospitality Association during the 2019 Legislative Session. ... Read More
Deadly Aeroflot Crash: SU 1492 in flames when landing at Moscow-Sheremetyevo airport.
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 5, 2019 19:03Skyteam airline member Aeroflot from Russia today had a deadly crash at Moscow-Sheremetyevo airport after engines caught fire. A hero flight attendant while helping passengers to escape the aircraft died. SU ... Read More
Pride Hotels appoints new Associate Vice President, Pride Plaza Aerocity, New Delhi
Chief Assignment Editor- May 2, 2019 15:55Pride Hotels announced the joining of Mohammad Shoeb to the post of Associate Vice President, Pride Plaza Hotel Aerocity, New Delhi. A Post Graduate Diploma holder in Tourism & Hotel ... Read More
Record turn-out for Centara World Masters 2019 as golf tourism continues to soar in Thailand
editor- May 2, 2019 02:00Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has revealed that a record number of competitors from around the world will compete at this year’s Centara World Masters Golf Championship, ... Read More
Philadelphia hotel room supply increases 10.9% in 2019
Chief Assignment Editor- April 29, 2019 21:20The East Coast city of Philadelphia is experiencing a hotel expansion, with numerous new hotels opening in the city and several properties under construction. By the end of 2019, the ... Read More
The World Travel Award goes to Shaza
Juergen T Steinmetz- April 28, 2019 17:48Shaza, a unique luxury hotel brand inspired by the cultures of the Silk Route, walked off with no less than five trophies at the World Travel Awards presentation ceremony, held ... Read More
Ideal ocean cruise ship: Ship sizes and what they mean for your cruise
Chief Assignment Editor- April 24, 2019 01:35Ships sizes range from megaships (over 4,000 passengers) to very small vessels and luxury yachts whose passengers number in mere dozens, and knowing the differences is key to planning your ... Read More
At least three people die jumping from Bangkok skyscraper to escape hotel fire
Chief Assignment Editor- April 10, 2019 14:11A 57-floor hotel and shopping building has gone up in flames in Bangkok, Thailand. At least three people have died jumping to escape the fire, which ripped through the popular ... Read More
What is so different at W Bali when it opens in Ubud?
Juergen T Steinmetz- April 4, 2019 15:34W Hotels Worldwide, what is part of Marriott International, today announced the signing of W Bali – Ubud, the brand's newest W Escape. W Bali – Ubud will redefine modern luxury ... Read More
Young elephant shot 13 times: Tourists watched in horror
eTN Managing Editor- March 27, 2019 07:54Balule Associated Nature Reserve has justified the killing of a young elephant bull in front of tourists as an 'act of self-defense', backtracking on an original announcement condemning the act ... Read More
Do Millennials want “the Grands” along when they travel?
editor- March 26, 2019 18:59It’s no surprise that Millennials love to “do it for the ‘gram.” But when it comes to travel buddies, it’s Millennials’ desire to travel with Grandpa and Grandma that may ... Read More
Senegalese migrant sets school bus full of children on fire in Italy
Chief Assignment Editor- March 20, 2019 15:45The driver of a school bus filled with children has been arrested by Italian police for setting fire to the vehicle near Milan. The Senegalese man reportedly called for an ... Read More
The 11 Best Beach Destinations for Summer 2019
editor- March 14, 2019 03:48It may not feel like it outside, but the summer of 2019 is just around the corner. And there’s no better time than now to plan your summer beach escape. ... Read More
Best hotels in the world named
Chief Assignment Editor- February 22, 2019 16:30The 14th annual It List, a selection of the best new and renovated hotels in the world, was released today. Each year travel experts check in to hundreds of new ... Read More
Historic Bingham Riverhouse reborn
Rita Payne - special to eTN- February 14, 2019 03:04A gem of a hotel by the Thames in west London has been relaunched. Now officially transformed into the Bingham Riverhouse after a month long overhaul each of the 15 ... Read More
IATA urges US government, industry, to work together to grow aviation’s benefits
Chief Assignment Editor- February 13, 2019 20:22The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged the United States government and industry to work together to ensure that aviation is able to accommodate an expected 62% rise in demand ... Read More
Syria welcomes visitors with open arms: Is Syria Safe tor tourism?
Juergen T Steinmetz- February 10, 2019 07:56Syrians escape an inhuman regime by the million. European countries are in a state of crisis trying to welcome Syrian refugees, but at the FITUR trade show in Madrid last month ... Read More
Marriott International announces three new hotel deals in North and West Africa
Chief Assignment Editor- February 8, 2019 16:15From the Forum de l'Investissement Hôtelier Africain in Marrakech, Marriott International announced three new deal signings across North and West Africa, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding its presence across ... Read More
Brussels tourism goes into “geek” mode
Chief Assignment Editor- February 7, 2019 16:10From March onwards, Brussels will be celebrating pop culture with a host of events and activities. From Comic Con Brussels to BIFFF and even the Brussels Games Festival, fans of ... Read More
W Dubai – The Palm marks first W escape in the Middle East
Chief Assignment Editor- February 4, 2019 17:10The desert just got hotter. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today announced the opening of W Dubai – The Palm, located on the Palm Jumeirah, the largest ... Read More
No entry to Australia for Saudi Women traveling without male guardian?
Juergen T Steinmetz- February 3, 2019 20:59Are Australian Border Force officers targeting Saudi Arabian women whom they suspect will apply for asylum? is Australia blocking asylum seeking Saudi Arabian women from entering the down under country? ... Read More
Brussels Tourism pays tribute to Bruegel in 2019
Chief Assignment Editor- January 17, 2019 16:38To celebrate the 450th anniversary of the death of the great Flemish master, several exhibitions and original activities will be on offer to visitors throughout the year. A great opportunity ... Read More
Dusit International launches new island retreat in Philippines
Chief Assignment Editor- January 15, 2019 15:03Dusit International has marked the launch of The Beach Club at Lubi Plantation Island, Managed by Dusit, an exclusive island retreat in the Davao Gulf, Philippines. Commanding an impressive location ... Read More
Penang on a mission to lure Indian tourists
Anil Mathur - eTN India- January 15, 2019 00:04The lesser-known region of the Penang state in Malaysia is going all out to increase footfalls and visits from Indian tourists. Read More
Romance is in the air for Valentine’s Day at five luxury Corinthia Hotels
editor- January 11, 2019 20:17Corinthia Hotels' collection of five-star properties aim to make Valentine's Day a day and night to remember. Read More
Centara Invites Guests to Experience the “Best in Travel” in the Indian Ocean in 2019
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 7, 2019 05:35Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hospitality group, is inviting guests to experience the “Best in Travel” in the Indian Ocean in 2019, with a choice of three stunning resorts ... Read More
Special Forces unit deployed after Cologne train station shooting
Chief Assignment Editor- January 4, 2019 18:10German police have deployed a Special Forces unit to central Cologne following a shooting incident that took place near the central railway station. At least one person found in possession ... Read More
Four people injured in New Year’s Eve car-ramming attack in Germany
Chief Assignment Editor- January 1, 2019 18:10A man plowed his car into a crowd on New Year’s Eve in Germany, gravely injuring at least four pedestrians in what German police called "targeted attack". “At least 4 ... Read More
Dusit International launches exclusive island retreat in Philippines
Chief Assignment Editor- December 26, 2018 17:10Dusit International has marked the launch of The Beach Club at Lubi Plantation Island, Managed by Dusit, an exclusive island retreat in the Davao Gulf, Philippines. Commanding an impressive location ... Read More